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Original language
English
Original title of the resource
Sustainability Education Through Green Facades: Effects of a Short-Term Intervention on Environmental Knowledge, Attitude, and Practices
English translation of the title
Organization
MDPI
Year of the publication
2025
Keyword
Whole Institution Approach / Whole School Approach
Keyword
(Vocational) education for sustainable development
Keyword
SDG 13: Climate action
Format
Scientific paper
Vocational/professional sector
 
Sector
Various sectors
What is the resource about?
The article presents a short, hands‑on educational intervention where students worked with green façades to learn about sustainability. It evaluates how this practical activity influenced their environmental knowledge, attitudes and everyday behaviours. The study shows that even brief, experience‑based projects can support meaningful learning about sustainability and strengthen students’ motivation to act more sustainably.
What is the resource about? (in English)
Why is the resource useful for VET actors?
For teachers and school leaders, this resource demonstrates how a simple, tangible project—such as installing or observing green façades—can make sustainability more visible and engaging for learners. It offers evidence that practical, real‑life tasks can shift students’ mindset and daily habits without requiring large resources. The approach is especially relevant for VET programmes seeking quick, achievable ways to embed sustainability into practical lessons, school spaces or project work.
Why is the resource useful for VET actors? (in English)
Link
https://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/17/6/2609